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Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Production Cost and MSP of Various Crops
The details of percentage increase of cost of production and Minimum Support Price  of mandated kharif and rabi crops from 2016 to 2020 are given at Annexure I.
National Commission on Farmers  headed by Dr. M.S. Swaminathan had recommended that the Minimum Support Price  should be at least 50 percent more than the weighted average cost of production. However, when the National Policy for Farmers, 2007 was finalized by the then Government, this recommendation of providing 50 per cent returns over cost of production was not included.
The Union Budget for 2018-19 had announced the pre-determined principle to keep MSP at a level of one and half times of the cost of production. Accordingly, Government has increased the MSPs for all mandated Kharif, Rabi and other commercial crops with a return of atleast 50 per cent over all India weighted average cost of production from agricultural year 2018-19. In line with the same principle, Government has announced the increase in MSP for all mandated kharif crops of year 2020-21 on 1st June, 2020 and for all mandated rabi crops of year 2020-21 on 21st September 2020. The details of MSP, cost of production and return over cost of production for all mandated kharif and rabi crops from 2018-19 to 2020-21 are given at Annexure II.
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Rajya Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the loss of lives in terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives in the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir and sought details on the incident.
The Prime Minister's office tweeted;
"PM @narendramodi has sought details on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He has also expressed condolences to the families of those security personnel who have been martyred in the attack."
Ministry of Home Affairs
5 Sarpanches from the state of Sikkim are among the special invitees to Independence Day Celebrations in New Delhi
Special guests from various walks of life invited to attend the Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort, Delhi on August 15, 2023
They include sarpanches of Vibrant villages, teachers, nurses, farmers, fishermen, people working in flagship programmes such as Central Vista project, Amrit Sarovar, Harghar Jal etc
Five Sarpanches of vibrant villages in the state of Sikkim will witness the Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort, Delhi on August 15, 2023 as Special Guests. These include Ms. Pema Sherpa, Sarpanch, Gnathang, Mr. Tsewang Phurba Sherpa, Sarpanch, Lingchom-Tingda, Mr. Pemtok Lepcha, Sarpanch, Sakyong- Pentong, Ms. Lhakit Lepcha, Sarpanch, Tingvong, and Mr. Sonam Gyatso Lachenpa, Sarpanch, Lachen.
A total of 404 Sarpanches of 662 vibrant villages are among around 1,700 persons who have been invited to listen to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s address to the nation from ramparts of the iconic monument. The initiative to invite the people from all walks of life, across India, and be a part of the celebrations has been taken by the Government in line with its vision of ‘Jan Bhagidari’.
One of the special invitees Mr. Tsewang Phurba Sherpa, who is Sarpanch of Lingchom-Tingda Gram Panchayat of North Sikkim, has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for being invited as special guest to Independence Day Celebrations in New Delhi.
Sarpanch of Sakyong- Pentong Panchayat Mr. Pemtok Lepcha and Sarpanch of Lachen Panchayat Mr. Sonam Gyatso Lachenpa, have also thanked the Prime Minister for extending them invitation to attend the Independence Day Celebrations in New Delhi as special guests.
Prime Minister's Office
PM bows to Jayaprakash Narayan on his Jayanti today
PM bows to Nanaji Deshmukh on his Jayanti today
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has bowed to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan and Nanaji Deshmukh, on their Jayanti today.
The Prime Minister said, “I bow to Loknayak JP on his Jayanti. He valiantly fought for India’s freedom and when our democratic ethos was under attack, he led a strong mass movement to protect it. For him, there was nothing above national interest and people’s welfare.
The great Nanaji Deshmukh was one of Loknayak JP’s most devout followers. He worked tirelessly to popularise JP’s thoughts and ideals. His own work towards rural development motivates us. Remembering Bharat Ratna Nanaji Deshmukh on his Jayanti.
India is proud that legends like Loknayak JP and Nanaji Deshmukh were born in this land. Today is a day to rededicate ourselves towards fulfilling their vision for our nation.”
Ministry of Power
NHPC organizes massive COVID vaccination camp for Central Power Sector employees & their family members
Following the call for large scale COVID vaccination by Hon’ble Prime Minister and as per directions of Shri R.K. Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State   & Minister of State , Government of India, NHPC Limited , Central Public Sector Undertaking under Ministry of Power organised a two-day vaccination camp at National Power Training Institute , Badarpur from 18th to 19th May 2021 in association with Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi for employees  and family members  of Ministry of Power, Govt of India, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy , Govt. of India and various CPSUs/ organizations under Ministry of Power and MNRE in Delhi / NCR region. The first dose of left out employees and family members between 45 to 60 years was also given.
Shri A.K. Singh, CMD, NHPC alongwith officials of NHPC, NPTI and Apollo Hospitals during Covid 19 vaccination camp at NPTI, Badarpur, Delhi
Shri A.K. Singh, CMD, NHPC visited the vaccination venue on the first day and expressed his gratitude to the NHPC team involved in setting up the camp for their dedication during this crisis period. He further thanked Apollo Hospitals for their association and to NPTI for providing the venue for the vaccination camp.
The two-day vaccination camp witnessed the largest vaccinations by NHPC during a vaccination drive wherein 1270 persons from MOP, NHPC, NTPC, IREDA, NPTI, BHEL, REC, THDC, PTC, CVPPPL, BBMB and UPL received first dosage of Covishield vaccine.
The vaccination camp was organised for the safety of power sector personnel so that uninterrupted power supply on a 24x7 basis is ensured.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India records lowest daily New Cases after a gap of 5 months
Total Active Caseload at 3.83 lakhs falls under 4% mark
Steady decline in number of deaths; Daily Fatalities below 400
India has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against COVID. The new confirmed cases in the last 24 hours have fallen below 27,000  for the first time after nearly 5 months. The new cases were 26,506 last on 10th July, 2020.
With a high number of COVID patients recovering every day and the sustained fall in the mortality rate, India’s steady trend of registering dipping active cases continues.
In another achievement, India’s active caseload has fallen under the 4% mark today.
The active cases have drastically declined to 3.83 lakh. The total positive cases of the country are 3,83,866 and comprise  of the total cases.
39,045 new recoveries were registered during the last 24 hours. It has led to a net decline of 12,863 cases from the total Active Caseload in the last 24 hours.
New Recoveries outnumbering the daily New Cases has also improved the Recovery Rate to 94.59% today. The total recovered cases stand at 91,78,946 today.
76.31% of the new recovered cases are contributed by ten States/UTs.
With 7,345 persons recovering from COVID, Maharashtra has recorded the maximum number of recoveries. Kerala has registered another 4,705 daily recoveries while Delhi has reported 3,818 new recoveries in the past 24 hours.
Ten States/UTs have contributed 72.50% of the new cases.
Kerala has reported 3,272 cases in the last 24 hours. Maharashtra recorded 3,075 new cases while West Bengal has registered 2,214 new cases yesterday.
75.58% of the 385 case fatalities that reported in the past 24 hours are from Ten States/UTs.
16.36% of new fatalities reported are from Delhi which reported 63 deaths. West Bengal also saw a fatality count of 48 while Maharashtra reported 40 new deaths.
There is a steady decline in the number of daily deaths recorded in the country. Less than 400 new deaths were recorded in the country in the last 24 hours.
Ministry of Railways
Ministry of Railways showcasing its achievements and progress with the theme of 'Ayodhya Railway Station' at IITF pavilion
Visitors can make their visit memorable by clicking pictures at the special selfie booth ‘I am at Railway Pavilion’
The Ministry of Railways is participating in the 41st India International Trade Fair  – 2022 being organised from 14th to 27th November 2022 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The Ministry has set up a pavilion in Hall no. 5 with the theme of 'Ayodhya Railway Station'.
Many facets of Indian Railways have been highlighted, where various themes have been displayed with their technological & structural advances through photos, translites, models, etc.
The Railway pavilion boasts the grandeur of the new look of Ayodhya Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh, a sports gallery exhibiting various awards triumphed by the Railway sportspersons, the outer fascia depicting the journey from steam engine era to Vande Bharat and heading towards bullet train, side walls based on theme of ‘Azadi Ki Rail Gadi aur Stations’ showcasing the connect between Freedom Struggle & Indian Railways, along with many models including:
• Redeveloped Ayodhya Railway Station, with the design inspired by Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
• Sabarmati Multimodal Passenger Hub & Casting Yard of India’s first Bullet Train Project, Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor
• World’s highest Railway Arch Bridge, the iconic Chenab Bridge, part of the national project Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link
• Bina Solar Power Plant, a first-of-its-kind solar project that generates & supplies solar power directly at 25 kV OverHead Electrical Equipment to haul trains
• India’s first Underwater  rail system part of the East-West Metro corridor of Metro Railway, Kolkata
• Vande Bharat Express, India’s first indigenous Semi High-Speed Train
In the Railway pavilion, one can find something of interest for every age group. Interactive console based screens displaying Station Redevelopment videos, Flipbook to learn more about Indian Railways and an interactive quiz with attractive prizes aimed to be educational, informative and fun will keep children entertained.
A visit to the Railway Pavilion at IITF 2022 would be informative and will make visitors aware of the new initiatives being undertaken and also bring into focus the progress of Indian Railways.
Each visit can be made memorable by clicking pictures at the special selfie booth ‘I am at Railway Pavilion’.
Prime Minister's Office
PM in Jammu
Foundation stone of the new AIIMS at Vijaipur , Samba in Jammu laid by PM
500 more seats to added in J&K Medical colleges soon, says PM.
624 MW Kiru Hydroelectric project and 850 Megawatt Ratle Hydro Electric project in Kishtwar inaugurated.
New power projects in J&K region will provide employment to youth: PM
Multiple development projects in Jammu region unveiled today
In the second leg of his visit to Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi visited Jammu today. He unveiled a series of development projects to give a boost to infrastructure in the state. PM is on a day long visit to Leh, Jammu and Srinagar today.
Jammu visit was marked by the PM laying the foundation stone of AIIMS at Vijaypur, Samba. Mr. Modi said that the setting up of AIIMS will provide quality healthcare to the people and address the shortfall of healthcare professionals in the region. PM announced that another 500 seats in the state medical colleges would be added soon.
While inaugurating University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Kathua today , PM expressed his happiness that the youths from Jammu will benefit from the 10% EWS Quota.
He also laid the foundation stone for the construction of Northern Regional Centre Campus of Indian Institute of Mass Communication at Jammu. The campus Tmat Jammu was setup in the academic year 2012-13 and is working from a temporary building since then.
PM laid foundation stone for 624 MW Kiru Hydroelectric project and 850 Megawatt Ratle Hydro Electric project in Kishtwar, Jammu. He said, “New power projects in region will provide employment to youth”. PM also declared 100% electrification of households in the Jammu and Kashmir under SAUBHAGYA Scheme.
The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for construction of Transit accomodation for Kashmiri migrant employees in Kashmir valley. He announced that the work is afoot to employ displaced Kashmiris in 3000 posts. He said “India will not forget the circumstances in which the Pandits had to leave their homes.” The country must stand with those being persecuted in the neighbouring countries, he added.
PM laid foundation stone of the project aimed at reducing pollution of Rivers Devika & Tawi under the National River Conservation Plan . This project is scheduled for completion by March 2021.
PM told that 14000 bunkers have been built along the border for the safety of our soldiers. He added that while the previous Government tried to hoodwink OROP with a grant of Rs.500 Crore, we have allotted Rs.35000 Crore. Had former rulers been proactive Kartarpur Sahib would have been part of India, he added.
Another highlight of visit to Jammu today was PM laying the foundation stone of 1640 m span double lane bridge over River Chenab at Sajwal. It will provide an alternative route for the population of Sajwal and Indri Pattian which will reduce the commuting distance from 47kms to 5kms between the two. During the event PM said that Rs.40000 Crore has been sanctioned to improve the connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Five day Exhibition commemorating 150thBirth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhiji Inaugurated by Shri V.P. Singh Badnore
Exhibition showcases life, travels &philosophy of Mahatma Gandhiji through Multi- Media mode
Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh Shri V.P. Singh Badnore inaugurated a Five-day Mega Multi-Media Exhibition here today. The Adviser to the Administrator, Shri Manoj Kumar Parida also attended the function. This Exhibition has been organised by Regional Outreach Bureau Chandigarh, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. The Governor appreciated the efforts of the Government of India in bringing this exhibition in Chandigarh for its citizens .
Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh Shri V.P. Singh Badnore lighting the lamp at the inauguration of the Five-day Mega Multi-Media Exhibition to commemorate 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhiji in Chandigarh on October 2, 2019. The Adviser to the Administrator, Shri Manoj Kumar Parida and Additional Director General  Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Smt Devpreet Singh are also seen in the picture.
The five-day Exhibition will be held from 2 October 2019 to 6 October 2019 at Plaza, Sector 17, Chandigarh. The exhibition showcases various phases of life of Mahatma Gandhiji, his travels & philosophy through multi-media mode. Interactive kiosks and Flip Books to engage visitors and children are put up in the exhibition. Cultural events and nukkad nataks on the theme of Swachhta by folk artists are also being organized during the exhibition. A Book Stall showcasing different books on Mahatma Gandhi ji published by Publications Division has also been put up at the exhibition venue for display and sale. The exhibition would also showcase Swachh Bharat Mission focussing on theme of ‘Satyagraha se Swachhagraha’ and ‘Say No to Single use Plastic’.
The entry to the exhibition is free of cost to all the visitors and would be open for visit anytime between 10 AM to 9 PM during October 2-6, 2019.As part of these celebrations, theme based events on ‘Swachhta hi Sewa’ & ‘Fit India’ are also being organized by Regional Outreach Bureau Chandigarh in the region covering states of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and UT Chandigarh. Regional Outreach Bureau Chandigarh is also organizing an Integrated Communication & Outreach Programme including three-day photo exhibitions on Mahatma Gandhiji at Shimla & Jalandhar.
A National Para-athelete, Virender Singh , who ran from Shimla to Chandigarh along with his team to promote Plastic free India and Himachal Pradesh , was also felicitated by the Governor on the occasion.
Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh Shri V.P. Singh Badnore felicitating the National Para-athelete, Virender Singh on the occasion.
The Additional Director General  , Ministry of Information & Broadcasting , Smt Devpreet Singh, Director  Shri Ashish Goyal and Deputy Director  Shri Anuj Chandak were also present at the occasion.
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Prime Minister's Office
Telephone Conversation between Prime Minister and H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of France
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with H. E. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic.
Prime Minister conveyed his solidarity to President Macron for the ongoing drought and wildfires in France.
The leaders reviewed ongoing bilateral initiatives including defence cooperation projects and cooperation in civil nuclear energy.
They also discussed important geopolitical challenges including those related to global food security.
The two leaders expressed satisfaction at the depth and strength that the India-France Strategic Partnership has acquired in recent years and agreed to continue working closely together to expand the relationship to new areas of cooperation.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves ex post facto renaming of National Centre for Drinking Water, Sanitation & Quality at Joka, Kolkata as ‘Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institution of Water and Sanitation 
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given ex post facto approval for renaming of National Centre for Drinking Water, Sanitation and Quality, Joka, Kolkata as ‘Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institute of Water and Sanitation ’.
The Institute has been set up on 8.72 acres of land at Joka, Diamond Harbor Road , Kolkata, West Bengal. The Institute is envisaged as a premier institute to develop capacities in states/UTs in the field of public health engineering, drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene through training programmes. Such capacities are envisaged for not only the front-line workforce engaged in implementation of the Swachh Bharat Mission and Jal Jeevan Mission, but also for the representatives of local bodies, both rural and urban. Accordingly, suitable infrastructure has been developed, including training infrastructure, and R& D Block and a residential complex. Working and miniature models of Water Sanitation and Hygiene  technologies are also installed to facilitate the training at the institute.
Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, one of the most deserving sons of West Bengal and a front-runner in national integration, inspiration for industrialization, was also an eminent scholar and academician and the youngest Vice Chancellor of Univeristy of Calcutta. Naming the Institute by Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee;s name shall inspire the whole set of stakeholders to honour him by adopting his values of honesty integrity, and commitment in work ethos of the Institute. The Institute has been inaugurated by the Prime Minister in December, 2022.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with President of the Republic of Türkiye
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Mr Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye on 10th September 2023, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi.
Discussions took place on bilateral cooperation potential in areas like trade and investment, defence and security, civil aviation, and shipping.
President Erdogan congratulated Prime Minister on India’s G20 Presidency. He also thanked India for the prompt relief under Operation Dost after the earthquake in Turkiye in February 2023.
President Erdogan also congratulated Prime Minister on the success of Chandrayaan Mission and conveyed best wishes for the Aditya Mission to the Sun.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles demise of MP Shri Raghunath Mohapatra
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of MP Shri Raghunath Mohapatra Ji.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Saddened by the demise of MP Shri Raghunath Mohapatra Ji. He made pioneering contributions to the world of art, architecture and culture. He will be remembered for his contributions towards popularising traditional crafts. My thoughts are with his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Foundation Stone of World Class ‘Centre for Disability Sports’ at Gwalior Laid Today
The foundation stone of ‘Centre for Disability Sports at Gwalior,Madhya Pradesh’ was laid at a function organized by DEPwD, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment through video conferencing today. Shri Narendra SinghTomar,Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and Food Processing Industries, Government of India, Shri Vivek Narayan Shejwalkar, Member of Parliament , Gwalior, Bharat Singh Kushwah, Minister of State for Horticulture &Food Processing, , Narmada Valley Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh and Shri Pradhuman Singh Tomar, Minister of Energy, Government of Madhya Pradesh were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion Shri Narendra Singh Tomar said that he is thankful to Union Minister of Social justice and Empowerment Shri ThaawarchandGehlot for taking initiative to establish a world class sports facility for Divyangjan in Madhya Pradesh as a result of which the foundation stone is being laid down in the city of Gwalior.At present no training facilities are available in the country for sports person with disabilities. The proposed Centre will make available the specialized training facilities for Persons with Disabilities. The setting up of this Centre will develop a sense of belonging in Divangjan to facilitate their integration in the society.
Setting up of a Centre for Disability Sports at Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh was approved by the Cabinet on 28 February, 2019. Total estimated cost to set up the Centre is Rs.170.99 crore. The Centre will be registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. For overall superintendence and supervision of the Centre, Governing Body under the Chairpersonship of Secretary, DEPwD has been constituted. For monitoring the implementation of the project, a Project Monitoring Committee under the Chairpersonship of Secretary, DEPwD has been formed.
The Centre will provide facilities of international standards to sportspersons with disabilities to compete at international level and bring laurels for the country. It will have an Outdoor Athletic Stadium, Indoor Sports Complex, Basement Parking Facility; Aquatic Centre having 2 Swimming Pools, one covered Pool and an Outdoor Pool; High Performance Centre with classrooms; medical facilities; Sports Science Centre; hostel facilities for athletes, support facilities including accessible lockers, dining, recreational amenities and Administrative Block.
The Centre will have provision for training, selection, sports academics and research, medical support, spectator galleries and suitable for holding national/international events.Sports identified for training are Badminton, Basketball, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Judo, Taekwondo, Fencing and Rugby Boccia, Goalball, Football 5 a side, Para Dance Sport and Para Power Lifting, Athletics, Archery, Football 7 a side and Tennis and Swimming.